2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avalon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 54 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Express | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Avalon |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4818 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 386 Nm | 336 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |